Job Description

Start-up Opportunity

Join a creative and energetic team in a popular seaside town in the South West of Scotland. A cosy home-cooking Italian with stone-baked artisan pizza and a range of fun pasta dishes. Creative scope for chef input. What can you bring to the team?

Build a kitchen around your skillset and work with similar, creative individuals to bring the very best of simple, high-quality, Italian cooking to Kirkcudbright.

Earn additional pay and bonuses for positive food reviews and enhancing the team dynamic. Pension as standard and regular pay increases for good performance.

Support with mortgage and rental relocation available upon request.

Responsibilities

Join the leadership of the kitchen and supervise the team to ensure efficient food production and service. Prepare, cook, and present

fun dishes

according to established recipes and standards.

Get creative! Bring new dishes to the table.

Oversee food safety procedures, hygiene standards, and proper storage practices in compliance with health regulations. Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and control waste to optimise kitchen operations. Train and mentor junior staff to enhance their culinary skills and professional development. Collaborate with management on planning special events or customised menu offerings.

Maintain a clean, organised, POSITIVE, and safe working environment at all times.

Skills

Proven experience in food production within a professional kitchen environment.

Good leadership qualities with previous dynamic team experience. Excellent skills in food preparation and presentation. Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently under pressure during busy service periods. Exceptional organisational skills with an eye for detail in menu planning and stock control.

Good communication skills to effectively take the team through busy services.

Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is highly desirable. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a budding or experienced culinary professional to showcase their talents as part of a dynamic team in an exciting setting.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 24,420.00-30,180.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Employee discount
Work Location: In person